Any element of clothing has a specific purpose and does not arise by chance, but under the influence of certain conditions, in particular historical ones. It can be argued that any detail on clothing has both a historical origin and a functional purpose.
Why do they make a button on the shoulder of a shirt?
The strip of fabric on the shoulder where the buttons are is the fastener. At the same time, it is both a practical and a design solution. The clasp can be:
- On the placket, a strip of fabric with loops is framed with decorative thread. A strip is a curved edge of a shelf or a separately sewn line.
- Conventional - the shelf is curved, and then loops are sewn into it.
- Concealed - buttons are sewn on the inside of the strip, and the loops are hidden under the fabric strip.
Main version
The fabric placket on the shoulder, which is held in place by buttons, is, by and large, shoulder straps.The original functional purpose of the shoulder straps was that this element made it possible to keep the sword belt, the belt of a bag with cartridges, the straps of a backpack from slipping, and protected the uniform from abrasions from a rifle during the “shoulder” command.
Other versions
Epaulets first appeared at the end of the 17th century and were loops made of thread to support bags with cartridges. Well, since such a bag was worn only on one side, the shoulder straps were also on only one side of the clothing for a long time - on the left.
Since 1731, belt loops began to transform into wide felt ribbons, taking into account the design and coloring, they indicated a certain type of troops, as well as membership in a specific platoon. Moreover, their original task - to prevent the cartridge bag from slipping off the shoulder - did not disappear; on the contrary, in order to speed up the equipment of a serviceman, shoulder straps began to be equipped with buttons with loops.
Reference! It is also noteworthy that even now for most fashionistas this historical element of the shirt has a functional purpose - the ends of scarves made of light silk or stoles are threaded through the shoulder straps so that the latter do not fly off in very strong winds.
How to use a shirt shoulder button?
Any military personnel must be able to care for their uniform. If shoulder straps are attached to a shirt for the first time, then in this case it is necessary to follow the following sewing algorithm:
- Prepare your clothes. Look for loops and buttons on the shoulders.
- Thread a small button through the loop.
- Take the shoulder strap and then attach a uniform button on top.
- Sew both buttons together with thread.
- Thread the bottom of the shoulder strap through the loops and fasten it on the shirt.
- The button must be on the back of the garment.
- Exactly the same steps must be repeated on the other shoulder.Upon completion of all manipulations, smooth the shirt thoroughly.
Cadets studying at the police lyceum or school named after. Suvorov, are required to wear various distinctive signs. If the shoulder straps are sewn incorrectly, not only the uniform shirt will suffer, but also the person’s skin. Do not use a paper clip or pin as these items are very sharp. It is necessary to use alternative solutions to this problem.
Important! Young cadets may attach shoulder straps incorrectly or carelessly. Adults should monitor the quality of the work performed and, if necessary, make some adjustments.
There are many options for shoulder straps and a regular shirt. Moreover, they can be suitable for both casual style and, conversely, for a more elegant style. The choice of this item of clothing is yours. A minor detail that makes the shirt stand out from others: a rigid and straight strip of fabric on the shoulder, which makes the image more representative and strict.
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